💨 Abstract

In early 2025, Cape Town's poorest communities, particularly those on the Cape Flats, experienced severe violent crime, with four out of the five deadliest police precincts in South Africa located in the city. Philippi East, Delft, and Mfuleni saw significant increases in murders, while Nyanga showed a modest decline. The Western Cape, along with other provinces, recorded the highest murder rates.

Courtesy: Garrin Lambley